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Abus Amparo Cable Reviews

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Overall Rating:

4.7

out of 5

4.66

Build Quality

4.75

Performance

4

Value For Money

4.75

Customer Reviews (2)

4

Great addon for the Amparo

by Martin S. on
08/06/2016

I wouldn't use this cable as a primary lock, but as a front wheel deterrent/cafe lock it is decent enough. The integration to the Amparo lock is good, my only complaint is that it could do with being a bit longer, as then I could link it through my saddle as well as the front wheel, without removing it first.

I wouldn't use this cable as a primary lock, but as a front wheel deterrent/cafe lock it is decent enough. The integration to the Amparo lock is good, my only complaint is that it could do with being a bit longer, as then I could link it through my saddle as well as the front wheel, without removing it first.

The Abus Amparo lock is strong and secure but obviously doesn't stop someone just picking up your bike and loading it on to a vehicle. So the Cable is an essential. Once plugged in to frame lock it seems very secure. My bike hasn't been stolen so far so it is acting as a deterrent.

The Abus Amparo lock is strong and secure but obviously doesn't stop someone just picking up your bike and loading it on to a vehicle. So the Cable is an essential. Once plugged in to frame lock it seems very secure. My bike hasn't been stolen so far so it is acting as a deterrent.

What type of bike lock do I need?

These are the lightest bike locks. They’re very flexible and easy to carry in your pocket or on your frame. Great as a visual deterrent or secondary lock to fix quick release components to your frame.

Combination Lock | Use in low crime areas

These are cable locks with a 3 or 4-digit combination rather than a key lock. They are great if you don't want to worry about forgetting keys.

Chain Lock | Use in medium/high crime areas

Chain locks are versatile. Thick chain links are great against bolt cutters. You can secure your bike to a range of bulky and unusual objects.

D-Lock | Use in medium/high crime areas

D-locks are strong and often made from hardened steel. You get 360-degree protection for your frame. Locking mechanisms can resist picking and drilling while the D shaping makes leverage style attacks difficult.

Ground anchor | Use in high crime areas

Ground anchors are immovable platforms you fix to your garage floor or wall. When used with a strong chain lock you can fix your frame to the anchor. These offer the best protection for home storage.

How heavy is a bike lock?

In general, the stronger a bike lock, the heavier it will be.

Cable / Combo locks

These range from around 400g up to 1.25kg depending on the thickness and material used in the twisted cable. These are the lightest bike locks for easy transport.

Chain locks

Chain locks range from around 1kg up to 7kg for the thickest and toughest chain locks. Choose a mid-range weight if you're commuting daily to blend strength and weight.

D Locks

D-locks tend to be 1kg up to 2.5kgs and are more compact for daily use than a chunky chain lock.

What is Sold Secure?

A great way to determine the quality of a bike lock is to see if it is Sold Secure Rated. This is a third party, independent rating system.

An approved lock is graded as Gold, Silver or Bronze. The rating is chosen by how long it takes to break the lock and the tools needed to break it.

If you're planning on insuring your bike, many insurers will state you need a Sold Secure rated lock to make a successful claim.

Typically a bronze rating covers a bike up to the value of £500, silver up to £1,000 and gold for any bike worth over £1,000.

These values vary between insurance providers so check the terms and conditions of your provider.

UK Delivery Information

We are committed to offering fast and free delivery, whether you're ordering bikes, accessories or clothing. Our standard delivery service is FREE to mainland UK, regardless of the size and value.

Christmas delivery

Christmas is one of the busiest time of year for us at Tredz. We will try our best to get your products delivered before Christmas. To help you, please see our last postage dates for first class and 24 hour courier services below:

Royal Mail 1st Class – 21/12/16

TNT 24 hour – 21/12/16

DX 24 hour – 21/12/16

DPD 24 hour – 21/12/16

Any order dispatched on the 22nd & 23rd December will be delivered between 28th December and 30th December.

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Austria

£7.99

£19.00

£140.00

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£4.99

£14.99

£120.00

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Bulgaria

£14.99

£29.99

£160.00

5-7

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£20.00

£25.00

2-3

Cyprus

£14.99

£29.99

£160.00

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Czech Republic

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£19.00

£140.00

3-4

Denmark

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£19.00

£140.00

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Estonia

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£19.00

£140.00

4-5

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£19.00

£140.00

3-4

France

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£120.00

2-3

Germany

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£120.00

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£19.00

£140.00

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Hungary

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£14.99

£120.00

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Italy

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£19.00

£140.00

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2-3

Latvia

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£19.00

£140.00

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£19.00

£140.00

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Luxembourg

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£14.99

£120.00

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Malta

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£19.99

£140.00

4-6

Monaco

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£19.00

£140.00

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£14.99

£120.00

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Poland

£7.99

£19.00

£140.00

3-4

Portugal

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£19.00

£140.00

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Romania

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£19.00

£140.00

4-5

Slovenia

£7.99

£19.00

£140.00

4-5

Spain

£7.99

£19.00

£140.00

2-3

Sweden

£7.99

£19.00

£140.00

3-4

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Returns & Warranty

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We will give you a full refund or exchange on any item that is returned to us unused/unfitted, in a resaleable condition and in its original packaging (where possible).

For hygiene reasons, we cannot accept returns of facemasks, undershorts or underwear if the item has been removed/unsealed from its original packaging.